Low-carb vegetables

Low-carb vegetables are an essential part of a ketogenic or low carb diet, as they provide important nutrients and fiber while keeping the total carbohydrate content low. A ketogenic diet is a high-fat, moderate-protein, and very low-carbohydrate diet that forces the body to burn fat for fuel instead of carbohydrates.

Leafy greens

Leafy greens such as spinach, kale, and arugula are some of the best low-carb vegetables to include in your diet. They are high in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants and contain very few carbs. For example, a 1-cup serving of raw spinach contains just 1 gram of carbohydrates.

Cruciferous vegetables

Cruciferous vegetables like broccoli, cauliflower, and cabbage are also great low-carb options. These vegetables can be eaten raw or cooked and are rich in vitamin C, vitamin K, and other important nutrients. They are also very versatile and can be used in a variety of dishes, from salads to soups to stir-fries.

Asparagus

Another low-carb vegetable to consider adding to your diet is asparagus. This vegetable is a good source of fiber, folate, and vitamins A and K. It's also relatively low in carbs, with a 1-cup serving containing only 3 grams of carbohydrates.

Other vegetables

Cucumbers, zucchini, and eggplant are also low in carbohydrates, these vegetables are great addition to any low-carb diet. They can be eaten raw, grilled or sautéed and they complement many flavors. Other low-carb vegetables to consider include bell peppers, mushrooms, and radishes. These vegetables are low in carbohydrates and high in essential nutrients, making them a great addition to any ketogenic diet.

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List of low carb vegetables

• Alfalfa sprouts: Tiny sprouted plants that grow from alfalfa seeds, often used in sandwiches and salads as a topping.
• Artichoke: A thistle-like vegetable with a tough exterior and a tender heart, often steamed and served with butter or a dip.
• Arugula: A leafy green vegetable with a distinct, slightly spicy flavor, commonly used in salads and sandwiches.
• Asparagus: A vegetable with long green stalks, often grilled or steamed and served as a side dish.
• Bamboo shoots: The young sprouts of bamboo plants, often sliced and used in Asian cuisine.
• Bean sprouts: Tiny sprouted plants that grow from beans, often used in Asian cuisine.
• Beans: A broad category of legumes, including varieties such as black beans, kidney beans, and navy beans.
• Beets: A root vegetable with a deep red color, often roasted or pickled and used in salads.
• Bok choy: A type of Chinese cabbage with white stalks and green leaves, often used in stir-fries and soups.
• Broccoli: A vegetable with a green head and thick stalks, often steamed or stir-fried and served as a side dish.
• Brussels sprouts: Small, round vegetable resembling mini-cabbages, often roasted or sautéed as a side dish.
• Cabbage: A round vegetable that comes in green and purple varieties, often used in coleslaw, sauerkraut, and other dishes.
• Cauliflower: A vegetable with a white head and thick green leaves, often mashed or used as a low-carb substitute for grains.
• Celery: A vegetable with long green stalks, often used as a base for soups and stews, or as a crudité.
• Chayote: A type of squash with a mild flavor and firm texture, often used in soups, stews and stir-fries
• Chicory: a perennial herb with blue-violet flowers, often roasted and used as a coffee substitute or as a salad green
• Chinese cabbage: A type of cabbage with a crinkly leaf and a mild, slightly sweet flavor, often used in Asian cuisine.
• Chinese spinach: a leafy vegetable with a slightly bitter taste, also known as “amaranth”. It's often used in asian cuisine.
• Cucumber: A vegetable with a green skin and crisp, watery flesh, often eaten raw in salads or pickled.
• Eggplant: A vegetable with a glossy purple skin and a spongy texture, often grilled or fried and used in dishes such as eggplant parmesan.
• Fennel: A vegetable with a bulbous base and feathery green leaves, often thinly sliced and used raw in salads, or as a seasoning.
• Garlic: A flavorful, pungent herb often used in cooking, often used to add flavor to savory dishes.
• Green onions: also known as scallions, a type of young onion with a mild flavor and long green stalks, often used as a garnish or in stir-fries.
• Greens: a broad category of leafy vegetables, including varieties such as spinach, kale, and collard greens.
• Hearts of palm: The edible inner part of the stem of certain palm trees, often canned and used in salads.
• Herbs: A broad category of plants used for flavoring and garnishing, including varieties such as basil, rosemary, and thyme.